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Assiniboine College and Siemens Partner to Offer Globally Recognized Mechatronic Systems Certification

August 7, 2024

Assiniboine College and Siemens Partner to Offer Globally Recognized Mechatronic Systems Certification

Assiniboine College is excited to announce that the new Mechatronics Engineering Technology (Robotics and Automation) program launching in fall 2025 will give students access to industry leading certification through the Siemens Mechatronics Systems Certification Program (SMSCP). The Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program is an international industry standard comprehensive skills certification in mechatronics systems offered with partner schools worldwide.

Assiniboine’s Mechatronics program will equip students with cutting-edge skills in an interdisciplinary field that combines mechanical engineering, electronics, computing, and automation.

“Mechatronics is integral to manufacturing and industrial automation. By offering this program, we are not only responding to industry demands but also setting our students up for success in a rapidly evolving job market. The comprehensive training provided will cover levels 1 and 2, with the SMSCP certification ensuring our graduates are at the leading edge of industry standards” said Kevin Rogers, Academic Chair of Manufacturing and Agricultural Processing in the Edwards School.

Looking to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals who can integrate and maintain complex automated systems, students in the Russ Edwards School of Agriculture & Environment will experience hands-on training they can be confident is industry-leading, backed by the prestigious SMSCP German teaching philosophy approach that looks at complete digital system comprehension.

“Our Mechatronics program will train students in advanced technical skills, positioning them at the forefront of technological innovation. Our partnership with Siemens underscores our commitment to providing high-quality, industry-relevant education that meets the needs of both students and employers.” said Dr. Deanna Rexe, Vice President, Academic, Assiniboine College.

Mechatronics covers essential topics such as system design, troubleshooting, and the integration of mechanical and electronic components, with students gaining practical experience and developing their ability to transfer their knowledge across various systems, making them highly adaptable in a dynamic industry landscape.

Joris Myny, Senior Vice President of Digital Industries at Siemens Canada, is pleased to add Assiniboine College to the SMSCP family: “Assiniboine is taking the unique and innovative step of bringing agri-tech and digital training together using Siemens’ globally recognized program. Siemens welcomes the next generation of agricultural students to exciting careers in agricultural automation systems.”

Applications for the Mechatronics program are now open. Prospective students are encouraged to apply early to secure their spot in this new program.

Assiniboine’s three-year Mechatronics diploma program will be unique in Canada due to the focus on the agricultural industry/farming sector. The program will welcome up to 24 students in September 2025.

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Visit assiniboine.net/programs/mechatronics-robotics-and-automation for program information and upcoming information sessions.

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Red River College Polytechnic and Siemens Partnership

Beginning in January 2024, students at Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech) will have the opportunity to work towards Level One certification in the Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program (SMSCP), a globally recognized Siemens’ program. 

Siemens and Red River College Polytech announced they have partnered to offer the training to provide students with real-world technical skills, preparing them to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work and developing future talent to support industry in Manitoba. This is the first time Siemens certification programs will be offered in Manitoba.

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